| Physical Plant & Environment Safety [Cont.]: Exit doors are free of any obstruction and there are no pools or large bodies of water. Backyard was inspected and has a shaded area for activity purposes. LPA observed there are three (3) fire extinguishers that are fully charged.
Staffing: A total of five (5) staff members including the Administrator provide care and supervision to the client. Staff employed are over the age of 18 and have criminal background clearance, fingerprint cleared, have training and are associated to the facility. Administrator certificate is valid and will expire on 11/30/2025.
Personnel Records-Training: Staff files are maintained at the facility. LPA reviewed four (4) staff files which includes Face Sheet, Health Screening, First Aid/CPR, TB Clearance, Staff Training, and Employee Rights. Administrator Certificate Expires on 11/30/2027. Based on record review, Administrator’s file did not have valid HIV and TB training
Client Rights-Information: Client personal rights are posted. Facility provides internet service and phone to the client.
Client Records-Incident Reports: LPA reviewed four (4) client files which include Face Sheet, Physician's Report (including TB and Ambulatory Status), Individual Program Plan, and Clients Personal Rights.
Food Service: There is sufficient food supplies of 2-day perishable and 7-day supplies of non-perishable items. There is one (1) client with a special diet residing at this facility. Pesticides and cleaning supplies are kept away from the food preparation areas and locked in a cabinet.
Health Related Services: The medications are centrally stored and in their original containers. LPA reviewed medication for all three (3) clients. Per Administrator, one (1) client handles and stores own medications. The facility uses the Medication Administration Record (MAR) log to document medications given. Medications are administered as prescribed by the Physician.
Incidental Medical Services: Per Administrator, there are no clients at this home with incidental medical services nor have a restricted health condition.
Disaster Preparedness: The facility has an Emergency Disaster Plan posted with contact numbers and at least two (2) relocation sites. Facility maintains documentation of the required emergency drills.
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